WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Federal Communications Commission has issued a proposed rule called: Wireless Emergency Alerts; Emergency Alert System.
The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on March 18 by Marlene Dortch, Secretary.
Summary: In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes to broaden the circumstances in which alert originators may send Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) messages using the "Public Safety Message" classification, which can allow consumers greater flexibility in how messages are presented on their mobile device, including the potential ability to silence alerts. The Commission also seeks comment on whether subscribers should be empowered to further customize their receipt o...